# Real Property (GRP)

## Title 9. Statutory Liens on Real Property

### Subtitle 3. Construction Contracts

#### Section 9-303

(a) In this section, "undisputed amounts" includes any retention proceeds that exceed the amount authorized to be retained under Sec. 9-304 of this subtitle.

(b) In addition to any other remedy provided under any other provision of law, a court of competent jurisdiction, for good cause shown may:

  (1) Award any equitable relief for prompt payment of undisputed amounts that it considers necessary, including the enjoining of further violations; and

  (2) In any action, award to the prevailing party:

    (i) Interest from the date the court determines that the amount owed was due; and

    (ii) Any reasonable costs incurred.

(c) If a court determines that an owner, contractor, or subcontractor has acted in bad faith by failing to pay any undisputed amounts owed as required under Sec. 9-302 of this subtitle, the court may award to the prevailing party reasonable attorney's fees.

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Md. Code Ann., Real Prop. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)